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THE JEWELS OF PATAGONIA

Your destinations: Ushuaia, El Calafate, EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL Perito Moreno Glacier, Estancia Cristina, El Chalten, Buenos Aires Take the chance to taste Argentinas best wines during a wine tasting at the first Sommeliers school of Latin America Go trekking, horseback riding, or exploring by 4-wheel drive vehicle at the Navigate between Chilean and Estancia Cristina Ranch Argentinean islands, viewing sea Take an entertaining and exciting tango lesson with a private instructor lions, penguins and the Andean mountains. Immerse yourself in CULTURAL IMMERSION local culture whilst tasting a Enjoy a traditional Parrilla and get familiar with local culture traditional Argentinean Asado. Experience the breathtaking scenery as you embark on a trekking excursion Discover the best of Patagonia with a local and create a lifetime of memories! PTPI HIGHLIGHTS Program Price: $5,900* Spend some time with Adrian Pallarol´s shop, the artisan who made the Single Supplement: $1,200 per person* Pope´s Grail and learn the art of plate craftsmanship

*Supplements may apply. THE JEWELS OF PATAGONIA ITINERARY

Day 1 Arrive in Ushuaia

Arrive in Ushuaia and check in to your hotel before meeting your fellow travelers, before enjoying some fresh crab at the end of the world. Day 5 Day 2 Perito Moreno Glacier Ushuaia Buenos Aires One of the highlights of every After breakfast you will take the famous End of the World Train to trip to Argentina is the visit of Tierra de Fuego National Park, built by prisoners over 100 years ago. the Perito Moreno Glacier, still

permanently advancing (one of In the afternoon, board a catamaran and cruise along The Beagle the few in the world) along its Channel, a natural connection between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. 3-mile front. Stroll along the Navigate between Chilean and Argentinean islands, viewing sea lions, boardwalk in front of the glacier penguins, and the Andean mountains, guided by the lighthouse of the and observe columns of ice over end of the world. 20 stories high peeling off the face and crash into Lago Argentino, Day 3 creating massive icebergs. El Chalten Estancia Ushuaia Cristina El Calafate Perito Moreno Today, a day full of adrenaline is waiting for you as expert four-wheel This evening enjoy a typical Glacier drivers take you for a real off road ride. This is far from the Patagonian meal of Braised Lamb. Ushuaia conventional excursion. You will cross rivers, skid along the muddy tracks and pass by the shore of the Fagano Lake with unique views. Day 6 In the evening finish the day with a traditional Asado, overlooking the Estancia Cristina Beagle Channel with one of the most beautiful sunsets from the southernmost city in the world. Today, you start with a cruise on Lago Argentino, the biggest lake in Argentina, passing by icebergs and with spectacular views on several Day 4 glaciers of the Glacier’s National Park. Ushuaia and El Calafate

During the morning, take a stroll through the city’s main streets and Disembark at the historic ranch Estancia Cristina, located on the visit the museum of the military prison, before heading to the airport shores of the lake. Whether you prefer a quiet day of for your afternoon flight north to El Calafate. touring and history or more adventurous activities, like trekking,

horseback riding, or exploring by 4-wheel drive vehicle—the choice is Upon arrival into this charming village, located on the shore of Lake Argentino, you will have time to settle into your hotel and relax at your yours during your ranch visit. leisure.

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Day 7 Visit of the Boca Juniors Stadium, home to one of the biggest soccer El Calafate and El Chalten clubs in the world. After breakfast, a driver will pick you up and take you on a scenic road OR:

trip trip to a small mountain village called El Chalten. The drive takes Spend some time with Adrian Pallarol´s shop, the artisan who made the you first along Lake Argentino, before arriving at the Patagonian steppe and finally the Andean mountains. Pope´s Grail and learn the art of Plate Craftsmanship.

El Chalten took second place in Lonely Planet’s ranking of “Best cities in Day 11 the world to know”. Buenos Aires

After some lunch and checking in. Then get prepared for a walk. With a During the morning, you have time to explore Buenos Aires on your local, enjoy a trekking excursion in the town’s surroundings. own, do some shopping or just relax.

Day 8 In the afternoon, we will arrange a tango lesson with a private El Chalten instructor. For sure this will not only be an extremely entertaining Today, another day full of impressive views is waiting for you: Discover moment, but also incredibly interesting. Learn about the background the Viedma Lake, one of the most beautiful lakes in Patagonia, formed by of this sensual dance. melting glacial ice.

Navigate the glacier water and approach the glacier walls. You will Close the day after your tango experience with a dinner as it must be appreciate its colors, cracks, formations, and sounds, something that is to finalize a trip to Argentina: an “asado” at the renowned “Parrilla” difficult to perceive from a distance. Don Julio (steakhouse) that will delight your taste buds with the best

meat that you have ever tried. Day 9 El Chalten- El Calafate- Buenos Aires Day 12 It is time to say goodbye to Patagonia, but the thrill of the journey is not Departure over yet. After breakfast you will drive back to El Calafate and take a flight to Buenos Aires, the vibrant capital of Argentina. After breakfast you will have time free until pick-up for your transfer to the airport. Get a first impression by strolling around the hotel’s neighbourhood called Recoleta, a traditional residential area, and have dinner at one of the many great restaurants in the area.

Day 10 Buenos Aires

Explore the most famous districts of Buenos Aires, discovering the history of “Plaza de Mayo” and San Telmo, the oldest residential neighborhood in Buenos Aires full of cobble-stoned streets and antique shops. Stroll along Puerto Madero’s waterfront and docks before finally arriving at Recoleta cemetery, the final resting place of Eva “Evita” Peron.

*Your program may differ slightly due to scheduling conflicts, unforeseen changes, or the arrival of new opportunities. Your program’s schedule of activities will be provided as confirmed, closer to actual travel.

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